Obituaries

Celebrating the Lives of Loved Ones in Waterloo, IA

Rosie Lee Burt

Rosie Lee Burt

Aug 6, 2026

Mother Rosie Lee Burt, age 94, peacefully entered her eternal rest surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 10, 1931, in Oxford, Mississippi, to Hulett and Christine Hickonbottom. She was one of eight children and was raised with a strong foundation of family, faith, love, and service.

Mother Burt married the love of her life, Rev. Dr. Robert...

Dewand "Skillet" Daniels

Dewand "Skillet" Daniels

Aug 5, 2026

Dewand Daniels was born on April 26, 1974, in Water Valley, Mississippi. He was the beloved son of Woodrow and Bernice Daniels Jr.

Dewand attended school in Mississippi and graduated from Water Valley High School in 1993. During the 1990s, Dewand relocated to Waterloo, Iowa. He met Audrea Nielson in 1998. They were married in 2006. During this union, they grew...

Ricky Ernest Peeples

Ricky Ernest Peeples

Aug 5, 2026

Ricky Peeples of Waterloo, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. He was 64 years old. At this time there are no services scheduled. Parrott and Wood Funeral Home is assisting Sanders Funeral Services. 

Norris Jean Hayes

Norris Jean Hayes

Aug 5, 2026

Norris Jean (Puddin) Hayes was born on June7, 1941, to Bertha and Charles Ford in Bardstown, KY. She departed this life on August 5, 2026, at the University of Iowa Hospital.

Puddin united with Christ at an early age and joined First Baptist Church, Bardstown, KY. She was a faithful member in the church and after moving to Waterloo, IA, she...

Rickey Dean Couch

Rickey Dean Couch

Aug 5, 2026

Rickey Dean Couch, of Waterloo, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. He was 71 years old. There are no services scheduled at this time. 

Thomas Edward DuCharme

Thomas Edward DuCharme

Aug 3, 2026

Thomas Edward DuCharme of Cedar Falls, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026,. He was 71 years old. There are no services scheduled at this time. 

Rachael Ann Tasseff

Rachael Ann Tasseff

Aug 3, 2026

Rachael Ann Tasseff of Traer, Iowa, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026, at the age of 51. Born on April 5, 1975, in Waterloo, Rachael was the beloved daughter of Wynnfield and Teresa (Howe) Catron. Her warm spirit and sincere kindness made her presence a true gift to those blessed to know her.

Growing up in Traer, Rachael thrived among...

Ricky Allan Page

Ricky Allan Page

Aug 2, 2026

Ricky Allan Page, of Waterloo, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on March 31, 1959, in Waterloo, Ricky was the cherished son of Donald and Darlene (Preston) Page. He was one of seven children, growing up surrounded by a loving family in the community he would call home throughout his life.

Ricky graduated...

Henry Lee Greer

Henry Lee Greer

Aug 2, 2026

Henry Lee Greer, affectionately known to many as “HEN-I,” was born on April 6, 1963, in Waterloo, Iowa, to the loving embrace of his parents, Leroy Greer and Gracie Pearl Young. With a radiant personality and a spirit that drew people in, Henry became a true pillar in his community—his charisma and caring soul remembered by all who crossed his...

David Paul Sutton

David Paul Sutton

Jul 29, 2026

David Paul Sutton of Waterloo, IA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on August 18, 1961, in Waterloo to Clodus and Joanne (Dempewolf) Sutton, David’s life was filled with kindness, love, and a deep devotion to his family and friends.

David’s journey began in the neighborhood of Elk Run Heights, where he spent...

Kevin Lavern Gaston

Kevin Lavern Gaston

Jul 28, 2026

Kevin Lavern Gaston of Waterloo, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at the age of 64. Kevin was born on August 23, 1961, in Iowa, the cherished son of Roy and Betty (Brooks) Gaston. His early years were spent in the heartland where he developed a deep appreciation for family, friendship, and the joy of laughter that...

Bryan Keith Hubert

Bryan Keith Hubert

Jul 25, 2026

Full obituary is pending There are no services at this time. 

Scottie Scott

Scottie Scott

Jul 24, 2026

Scottie L. Scott, 41, of Waterloo, Iowa, passed away on July 24, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and unwavering devotion to those he cherished.

Scottie was born on December 8, 1984, in Waterloo, Iowa. As a young child, he moved with his family to Durham, North Carolina, where he was baptized. He later returned to Waterloo, where he...

NIkki Novanna ALexander

NIkki Novanna ALexander

Jul 24, 2026

Nikki Novanna Alexander, a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, who departed this life on July 24, 2026, at the age of 52. Nikki passed away peacefully of natural causes in the loving presence of her family. 

Born on January 16, 1974, in Waterloo, lowa, Nikki was the cherished daughter of LaVerta Alexander and the late Robert Anderson Jr. From...

Dennis Arthur Bass

Dennis Arthur Bass

Jul 24, 2026

Dennis Arthur Bass, 82, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026.

Dennis was born on January 4, 1944, to Lester and Maxine Bass of Boone, IA. They moved to Waterloo where he worked at Rath Packing Plant, John Deere, Payless Cashway Lumber and Tyson.

He passed by Sharon as she was walking home from school and kept her by his side for...

Sipertha Ricky

Sipertha Ricky

Jul 22, 2026

With profound sadness and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Sipertha Ricky of Waterloo, who left this world on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at UnityPoint Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa. Sipertha was just 45 years old, her life a tapestry of quiet strength, tender devotion, and unwavering generosity.

Born on February 14, 1981, in Chuuck, Sipertha's journey through life touched many,...

Wayne Eugene Rosauer

Wayne Eugene Rosauer

Jul 21, 2026

Wayne Eugene Rosauer, 77, of Dysart, Iowa died at his home on July 21, 2026 of end stage kidney failure complicated by cancer and heart disease. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

Wayne was born September 12, 1948 to Margaret (Farrell) and Eugene Rosauer of rural Dysart. Wayne graduated from Dysart-Geneseo High School and then went on to The...

Marcia Josephine Halverson

Marcia Josephine Halverson

Jul 20, 2026

Marcia Josephine (Sampica) Halverson a cherished wife, devoted mother, loving grandmother and great-granny passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, July 20, 2026, at the age of 82. Marcia’s gentle spirit was lifted peacefully from this world to join the choir of Heaven as she was greeted by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. 

Born on March...

William Michael McGrew

William Michael McGrew

Jul 17, 2026

William Michael McGrew of Waterloo, IA passed away on Friday, July 17, 2026. He was 81 years old.

William was born on May 30, 1945 to William and Mayonette (Wagner) McGrew. He spent his childhood and much of his life growing up in Gilbertville, IA, embracing the values and sense of community for which the town is known. He proudly graduated...

Patricia Diane Brockway

Patricia Diane Brockway

Jul 16, 2026

Patricia Diane Brockway, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the age of 66. Patricia’s departure from this world leaves a profound sense of loss in the hearts of those who knew her, but her spirit and legacy will forever be cherished by all who were touched by her warmth,...